Dick DeWayne Walker departed this life on May 9, 2015. He was a baptized believer of Jesus Christ.
He was born on November 1, 1945 to Charles Walker and Mary (Thomas) Walker Eckhardt in Herrin, IL.
Dick was a proud member of the United Mine Workers, he had worked for Old Ben #21 for 33 years.
He enjoyed his retirement year, participating in car shows and being an avid Cubs fan.
Leaving behind to cherish his memories are his wife of 49 years Margie, three sons Rick and Jennifer Walker of Washington, IL, Gabriel and Katy Walker of Marion, IL, Casey and Jaime Walker of Herrin, IL, mother Mary Eckhardt of Tucson, AZ, one sister Faye and Roy Collier of Tucson, AZ, one brother Sonny and Martha Moyers of DuQuoin, IL, Grandchildren Sophie Walker of Johnston City, IL, Derek Walker of Washington, IL, and his faithful companion Morgan Grace.
Funeral Services will be on Wednesday May 13, 2015 at 11 a.m. at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Burial will be in Mulkeytown Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday May 12, 2015 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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